Landfill Operations Manager

BON LIMESTONE LANDFILL, LLC•Poland Township, OH

3d•$81,800 - $112,400

About The Position

The Landfill Operations Manager manages landfill operations within a business unit, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, equipment-maintenance, and permit requirements. The role works with the General Manager, Area Manager, Post Collections, and Environmental Manager to develop fill-sequencing plans, meet density goals, and ensure the landfill is operated according to its applicable permit. The manager works with business-unit leaders to execute local market strategies and operational plans, implement initiatives that support functional excellence and budget achievement, and lead change-management efforts. The role oversees landfill operations and staff, safety and accident-prevention programs, operating procedures, equipment and contractor coordination, and compliance with environmental, operational, regulatory, safety, accounting, and ethics standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience, or participation in Republic Services’ management trainee program.
Experience managing operations at a landfill or similar environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple sites.
Ability to direct a large staff.
Process-oriented and results-oriented approach, with a commitment to organizational success and the ability to marshal resources toward goals.
Problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Collaborative approach and ability to build and work with teams.
Creative thinking and willingness to challenge conventional solutions.
Demonstrated and promoted ethical behavior.
Strong leadership skills and sound judgment in identifying talent, with emphasis on hiring and developing high-performance teams.
Certification as a Landfill Operator.

Responsibilities

Manage landfill operations and oversee the Operations Supervisor – Landfill, Lead Operators, Operators, and/or General Laborers responsible for safe and efficient daily operations.
Manage staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, setting supervisory goals and objectives, and resolving safety issues and claims.
Evaluate site and service requirements with the General Manager and develop an effective, efficient operational plan.
Monitor compliance with safety, environmental, and equipment-maintenance policies and applicable permit conditions.
Work with the General Manager and Area Manager, Post Collections to ensure landfill equipment is maintained and new equipment is obtained when necessary.
Plan and implement procedures for receiving and disposing of waste, completing construction projects, and maintaining the yard.
Oversee incoming refuse and its proper handling; supervise and monitor required testing, including monitoring-well sampling; monitor cover-material use; and review soil reports and provide information to the Environmental Manager.
Manage liquid and/or gas extraction systems on or around the landfill site.
Manage relationships with outside contractors.
Establish productivity goals, ensure adherence to operating standards, and manage labor hours and disposal expenses.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to keep equipment in working order and compliant with safety standards.
Oversee safety and accident-prevention programs, promote a safe and productive workplace, and implement and maintain loss-control and safety programs.
Lead operations to ensure compliance with environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting, and ethics standards.